The Fever of Life by Fergus Hume

Name: The Fever of Life
Author: Fergus Hume

The story revolves around a mysterious woman named Madame Silvia, who possesses extraordinary beauty and charm. She becomes the center of attention for several men, including a young artist, a wealthy businessman, and a detective. As they become entangled in her web, they begin to uncover secrets about her past, which lead to a trail of deceit, blackmail, and murder.

By Fergus Hume · First published 1909 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Social Commentary, Romance · 36 chapters · 113,056 words

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"Fashion for the nonce surrenders Giddy Mayfair's faded splendours, And with all her sons and daughters Hastens to health-giving waters; Rests when curfew bells are ringing, Rises when the lark is singing, Plays lawn tennis, flirts and idles, Laying snares for future bridals; Thus forgetting pleasures evil, In return to life primeval. "

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Work type: Novel
Author: Fergus Hume
Date: 1909 CE
Language: English
Genres: Literary Fiction, Social Commentary, Romance, Comedy, Historical Fiction
Length: 113,056 words
Structure: 36 chapters, 2,963 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Difficult (10th-12th Grade)

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Genres

Literary Fiction — The book explores complex characters and themes of identity, culture, and societal norms, typical of literary fiction.
Social Commentary — The narrative critiques social classes, cultural perceptions, and the dynamics of relationships, reflecting societal issues.
Romance — The interactions and relationships among characters, particularly the romantic tension, are central to the plot.
Comedy — The dialogue and situations often contain humor and wit, contributing to a light-hearted tone.